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Quadratic-polytrope disk with constant aspect ratio (Σ=KGM​[arsinhϵ−ϵ/1+ϵ2​])

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For p=Kρ2, a point-mass gravitational potential and a zero-density free surface at z=±ϵr, the barotropic cylindrical rotation theorem gives Ω2=GM/(r31+ϵ2​). Vertical balance gives ρ=GM[1/r2+z2​−1/(r1+ϵ2​)]/(2K). Integrating over the finite height produces the displayed constant surface density. This is a local radial equilibrium family; infinite radial extent would have infinite mass.

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  • Past exam of the mathematics course of the University of Cambridge / 2004 / iii / Paper 68 / 1 / c / Solution

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